2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1376 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1404 mm |
